Classic Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A simple Italian pasta dish made with garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: 2 servings

Ingredients:

- 200g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 60ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté until golden brown, being careful not to burn it.
4. Add the red pepper flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
5. Once the spaghetti is cooked, reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
6. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic oil. Toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
7. Season with salt to taste and mix in chopped parsley.
8. Serve immediately with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

- Calories: 450
- Protein: 10g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 1g

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